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KEN DALA BUSINESS CENTER, 5TH FLOOR
PROSPEKT DOSTYK 38
050010 ALMATY
Kazakhstan
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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
Kazakhstan > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1
Led by firm managing partner Aset Shyngyssov, the finance offering at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Kazakhstan advises corporates, banks, equity funds and sovereign wealth funds across a number of areas including secured financing and cross-border joint ventures. Alongside this, the firm is seen on a number of cross-border transactions in regions including the US, UK, France, UAE and Singapore. Aida Akhmetova represents clients involved in cross-border investments and commercial transactions in Kazakhstan, whereas Asem Bakenova and Bakhytzhan Kadyrov are both noted individuals from the firm. Senior Associate Anna Kornilova joined from Kinstellar LLP .Practice head(s):
Aset Shyngyssov
Other key lawyers:
Bakhytzhan Kadyrov; Asem Bakenova; Aida Akhmetova
Key clients
EBRD
Asian Development Bank
Tiryaki Agro
Freedom Corp.
Compass Group
PSA International Pte Ltd.
Oppenheimer
Astana Group
Bumi Armada
Wabtec Corporation
Work highlights
- Advised EBRD and ADB on secured financing of a project for replacement of coal by natural gas.
- Instructed by PSA Eagle Pte. Ltd. In connection with a strategic joint venture with Kazakhstan Termir Zholy.
- Advised Oriental Sunrise Corp. Ltd. in an acquisition of 60% operating interest in large onshore Dunga oil field in Kazakhstan from TotalEnergies EP Danmark A/S.
Kazakhstan > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP field a seasoned team in the corporate and business transactions space, representing major corporates, investment banks and sovereign wealth funds across different economic sectors including energy and natural resources alongside the transportation sector. The firm is prevalent in international cross-border transactions across Europe, US and the UAE. Aset Shyngyssov is well regarded for his experience in leading numerous mergers and acquisitions across the region, alongside Bakhytzhan Kadyrov who is focused on M&A, antitrust and other corporate matters. Aida Akhmetova represents clients involved in M&A, cross-border investments and commercial transactions, while senior associate Anna Kornilova joined from Kinstellar LLP in 2023.Practice head(s):
Aset Shyngyssov
Other key lawyers:
Bakhytzhan Kadyrov; Asem Bakenova; Aida Akhmetova
Key clients
Air Astana
Wabtec Corporation
Airbus
Alstom Transportation
Aldar Euroasia
Compass Group
BeNeLux Chamber of Commerce
Magnetic Oil
Kusto Agro
doTERRA
Work highlights
- Advised Oriental Sunrise Corp. Ltd. in an acquisition of 60% operating interest in large onshore Dunga oil field in Kazakhstan from TotalEnergies EP Danmark A/S.
- Instructed by Aldar Euroasia in connection with a series of office and retail lease agreements in Abu Dhabi Plaza in Astana.
- Advised Air Astana in connection with a series of aircraft operating lease agreements from international lessors.
Kazakhstan > Energy and natural resources Tier 1
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP fields an experienced energy and natural resources team that is supported by lawyers in London, US, Singapore and Hong Kong, with a track record in innovative transactions in the energy sector in Kazakhstan and elsewhere in Central Asia. The team advises clients in project development and finance within the oil and gas, mining and power industry. Aset Shyngyssov leads the team and handles M&A, financing and dispute resolution for significant clients in the oil and gas sector, while Asem Bakenova is engaged in complex energy projects and is noted for ‘valuable advice on EPC related matters.’Practice head(s):
Aset Shyngyssov
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is approachable, knowledgeable, professional. They are experienced and well-qualified in energy matters, open and upfront with clients. We are assured that we are able to leave very important and difficult matters to this team. ’
‘The team led by Aset Shyngyssov, is a strong set of lawyers who do an excellent job of setting strategy and executing to it. I can count on what they produce, even in draft form, to be strong and well crafted with few issues to address. Asem Bakenova provides valuable advice on EPC related matters. ’
Key clients
Agip Karachaganak B.V.
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Oriental Sunrise Corp.
Foreign Investors’ Council
Smape Srl
Compass Group
Lancaster Group
Arm Wind LLP
Bumi Armada
CNPC International
Work highlights
- Represented Oriental Sunrise Corp Ltd. (AIFC company) in its acquisition of 60% operating interest in large onshore Dunga oil field in Kazakhstan from TotalEnergies EP Danmark A/S.
- Advised the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and Asian Development Bank on secured financing of Almaty Power Plants JSC aimed at comprehensive modernization of the existing 510 MW Almaty CHP 2, with full replacement of coal by natural gas.
- Represented the Foreign Investors’ Council chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan provided assistance on a major overhaul of oil and gas concession legal regime.
Kazakhstan > Real estate and construction (including projects) Tier 1
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP are a leading firm in the real estate and construction market within Kazakhstan, having represented corporate clients, real estate companies and investment banks, with the team having over two decades of experience within the region and the broader Central Asia and Caspian region. Aset Shyngyssov heads the practice and has led in numerous deals in the region, including large infrastructure and real estate projects, cross-border financings, and capital markets transactions. Bakhytzhan Kadyrov has experience in the hotel management and hospitality projects, serving both owners and hotel managers on various Kazakhstan law matters.Practice head(s):
Aset Shyngyssov
Other key lawyers:
Bakhytzhan Kadyrov; Aida Akhmetova
Key clients
Aldar Euroasia
Wabtec Corporation
Lancaster Group
PSA International Pte Ltd.
Alstom Transportation
Astana Group
Compass Group
Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints
ArcelorMittal Temirtau JSC
Airbus
Work highlights
- Advised Aldar Euroasia in connection with a series of office and commercial retail lease agreements in Abu Dhabi Plaza in Astana.
Kazakhstan > Dispute resolution Tier 2
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP combines the expertise of its Kazakhstan-based and London-based dispute lawyers to advise global clients on complex cross-border disputes. The firm is present on cross-border international arbitrations alongside local litigation in Kazakhstan courts. Aset Shyngyssov heads the litigation practice and serves as a liaison partner between the London and Kazakhstan offices, while Bakhytzhan Kadyrov helps clients with domestic and international litigation and arbitration matters. Asem Bakenova is based in Astana and has experience on administration proceedings and investigations, whereas Aida Akhmetova represents clients in litigation involving international elements and state authorities.Practice head(s):
Aset Shyngyssov
Other key lawyers:
Bakhytzhan Kadyrov; Asem Bakenova; Aida Akhmetova
Work highlights
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP > Firm Profile
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate and business transactions | Aset Shyngyssov | ||
Corporate and business transactions | Klara Nurgaziyeva | ||
Corporate and business transactions | Bakhytzhan Kadyrov | ||
M&A | Aset Shyngyssov | ||
M&A | Klara Nurgaziyeva | ||
M&A | Bakhytzhan Kadyrov | ||
Energy transactions | Jonathan Hines | ||
Energy transactions | Klara Nurgaziyeva | ||
Capital markets | Aset Shyngyssov | ||
Real estate | Aset Shyngyssov | ||
Real estate | Bakhytzhan Kadyrov |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Ms Aida Akhmetova | Aida is an associate in Morgan Lewis’s corporate business transactions practice who… | View Profile | |
Ms Yerke Alikhanova | Yerke is an associate in the firm’s corporate business transactions practice, which… | View Profile | |
Mr Bakhytzhan Kadyrov | Kazakh and international companies turn to partner Bakhytzhan Kadyrov for advice on… | View Profile | |
Mr Marat Mukhamediyev | Marat is an associate in the firm’s corporate business transactions team who… | View Profile | |
Ms Klara Nurgaziyeva | Klara is a partner in Morgan Lewis’s corporate business transactions team who… | View Profile | |
Mr Aset Shyngyssov | Aset is the managing partner of Morgan Lewis’s Almaty and Astana offices. He… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 1,960 at this office : 9Languages
English French Kazakh Russian Spanish TurkishOther
Contact : Aset Shyngyssov (managing partner) Other offices : Astana Other offices : Beijing Other offices : Boston Other offices : Brussels Other offices : Century City Other offices : Chicago Other offices : Dallas Other offices : Dubai Other offices : Frankfurt Other offices : Hartford Other offices : Hong Kong Other offices : Houston Other offices : London Other offices : Los Angeles Other offices : Miami Other offices : Moscow Other offices : New York Other offices : Orange County Other offices : Paris Other offices : Philadelphia Other offices : Pittsburgh Other offices : Princeton Other offices : San Francisco Other offices : Shanghai Other offices : Silicon Valley Other offices : Singapore Other offices : Tokyo Other offices : Washington DC Other offices : Wilmington- Banking, finance and capital markets
- Commercial, corporate and M&A
- Energy and natural resources
- Real estate and construction (including projects)
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